We live in a society that loves achievement, qualifications, status and success.
Many people work themselves extremely hard to get there – ignoring what their bodies and minds are telling them. But what’s the point of success, a great career – if you’re always stressed, overwhelmed, don’t see much of your family and friends (or are grumpy/tired when you do see them)?
Sadly, life balance and self-care are often seen as “soft” requirements – something high achievers don’t (or shouldn’t) need.
We get the message we should just be able to soldier on through illness and stress. We are told that if we take a holiday, go on a city break, have a bubble bath or sleep-in on Sundays – all will be well again.
As a society we have adopted the idea that a successful person should have this under control and too much self-care is a sign of weakness or perhaps selfish or indulgent.
Well as a coach I know this isn’t the case. I look at the whole person, the whole life in context. I understand that without self-care and life balance life can be pretty miserable and lack joy and substance.
So, what are your needs? Where is your energy being drained? Are you too comfortable and going nowhere – or are you constantly pushing yourself so that “comfort” or “balance” is a passing thought before you throw themselves into the melee again?
Do you take care of yourself? In this series we will assess your balance and self-care needs, to identify what’s getting in the way and to help you enjoy your life more!
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